SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LKPF

CLAOGB2LKPF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LKPF

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LKPF
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeKPF
BankCalastone LTD
BranchKames Paif
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CLAO Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2L Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
KPF Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which bank is behind BIC CLAOGB2LKPF?

CLAOGB2LKPF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kames Paif, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LKPF mean?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and KPF identifies the department Kames Paif.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LKPF?

CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LKPF is Kames Paif. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LKPF.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need CLAOGB2LKPF to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LKPF.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.